Glenn Philips The high school athletics, local history, and civic communities of Stark County are mourning the sudden and unexpected passing of Tim Costello. A highly respected Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) football and basketball official, historical researcher, and corporate marketing consultant, Tim passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026. An alumnus of Ohio University, Tim … Read more
The community of Glenwood and the wider southwest Iowa region are deeply mourning the tragic passing of Deakon Wisotzkey. An 18-year-old known for his generous heart, adventurous spirit, and deep connection to his family, Deakon passed away during the early morning hours of Monday, July 6, 2026, following injuries sustained in a devastating accident. In … Read more
The healthcare community and the tight-knit neighborhoods of Cape Cod are mourning the devastating loss of Katie DeGregorio Silvestri. A profoundly compassionate Nurse Practitioner, dedicated clinical advocate, and mother, Katie passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026, following a heroic and fiercely public battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s Disease). Throughout her … Read more
The financial, journalistic, and local communities of Southern California are mourning the loss of Rachel Laffer, an accomplished financial consultant, editor, and Yale alumna. Laffer passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026, following a courageous and private battle with advanced skin cancer (melanoma). In addition to her notable independent achievements across Wall Street, international markets, … Read more
The swimming and diving community across the Southeast is in deep mourning following the tragic passing of John “Jack” Dunbar Roney. A record-holding former NC State student-athlete, assistant coach, and beloved youth mentor, Roney passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at the age of 39. His passing was linked to severe injuries sustained in … Read more
The Texas A&M football community and the high school gridiron networks of Central Texas are in mourning following the tragic passing of former Aggies offensive lineman Chad Dean Loitz. Loitz passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at the age of 31, due to severe, catastrophic injuries sustained in a recent accident. Known by his … Read more